Nola County Property Assessor 2026: Search & Tax Records

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New Orleans / Orleans Parish Property Records Guide

Search New Orleans Assessor Records, Tax Bills, Homestead and Land Records

If you searched for a “NOLA County Property Assessor,” the official Louisiana jurisdiction you actually need is Orleans Parish. The Orleans Parish Assessor maintains property assessment records, maps, values and exemptions, while the City of New Orleans Bureau of the Treasury handles property-tax bills and payments.

This 2026 guide gives you the correct search route, explains what to verify on an assessment record, shows how to check an actual City tax bill, covers the active 2027 assessment appeal window, explains homestead and Special Assessment Level freezes, and routes deed, mortgage, title-fraud and land-record questions to the correct office.

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Official jurisdiction Orleans Parish, Louisiana
Assessor Erroll G. Williams
Assessor phone 504-754-8811
East Bank office 1300 Perdido St.
Last reviewed August 11, 2026
Important right now

2027 Orleans Parish Assessment Appeal Window Is Open

Do not wait if you are reviewing a 2027 assessment. Orleans Parish’s 2027 assessment rolls are open for public inspection through August 17, 2026. The online appeal system remains available until 4:00 p.m. on August 20, 2026.
Open rolls begin Public inspection of the 2027 assessment rolls opened July 15.
Online appeals open Online Board of Review appeal submissions began July 22.
Roll inspection ends Current public-inspection period closes August 17.
Online appeal deadline Online submissions close at 4:00 p.m.
Want to discuss the value first? Schedule an online or in-person meeting with appraisal staff. The Assessor asks that appointments be made at least 24 hours in advance.
Prefer paper appeal? Download the correct Board of Review form and prepare four copies of the form and supporting materials for hand or mail submission.
Need only a tax bill? Do not file an assessment appeal simply because a tax payment is missing. Check City Treasury first.
Deadline warning: Online appeal availability does not mean every assessment or exemption problem should wait until August 20. Review the parcel record, notice and evidence now so a technical problem or missing document does not consume the final filing day.
Search-intent clarification

There Is No “NOLA County” Property Assessor

Louisiana uses parishes instead of counties. New Orleans is located in Orleans Parish, so users searching terms such as “NOLA County Assessor,” “New Orleans County Property Assessor” or “NOLA assessor property search” should use the Orleans Parish Assessor’s official records.

NOLA / New Orleans Common city and regional search wording.
Orleans Parish Official Louisiana jurisdiction for local property-assessment records.
Orleans Parish Assessor Correct office for property values, assessment records and exemptions.
Different state terminology: Louisiana’s parish-based system differs from Florida’s county Property Appraiser system. Readers comparing office responsibilities can see this existing Volusia County Property Appraiser search and tax guide.
Choose the correct record custodian

Assessor vs City Treasury vs Civil Clerk

Orleans Parish Assessor

  • Assessment records
  • Property values
  • Property descriptions
  • Assessment maps
  • Homestead Exemption
  • Special Assessment Levels
  • Assessment appeals
  • Mailing-address changes

City Bureau of Treasury

  • Real-estate tax bills
  • Business personal-property tax
  • Tax payments
  • Payment history
  • Delinquent balances
  • Tax-sale status
  • Redemption questions
  • Payment posting

Civil Clerk Land Records

  • Property sales
  • Deeds / conveyances
  • Mortgages
  • Building contracts
  • Judgments of possession
  • Recorded images
  • Certificates
  • Recording notification
Important: The Orleans Parish Assessor does not send property-tax bills and does not collect property taxes. Assessment questions belong with the Assessor; payment and delinquency questions belong with City Treasury.

What Do You Need From a New Orleans Property Record?

Find a property assessment Start with the Orleans Parish Assessor property search.
Check the actual tax bill Use City Treasury and verify the tax bill number or assessed address.
Apply for Homestead Prepare ownership, matching ID and an accepted utility bill.
Appeal the 2027 assessment Review the live roll and file online by August 20 at 4:00 p.m.
Find a deed or mortgage Use Civil Clerk Land Records instead of relying on the Assessor owner field.
Protect against title fraud Register for the Clerk’s free Recording Notification Service.

New Orleans Property Search Navigation

Six Things to Verify Before Using an Orleans Parish Property Record

Property address Match the correct location.
Owner listing Check current or prior owner.
Tax bill number Save it for Treasury research.
Legal description Compare square and lot details.
Assessment Separate land and improvement amounts.
Exemption Check whether Homestead appears.
Recent-sale warning: If a buyer’s name is not yet shown, check the recorded conveyance before assuming the sale was not completed. Assessment and recorded-document systems can update on different schedules.
Read the record correctly

Orleans Parish Property Record Decoder

Field What it tells you Best next step
Owner name Name maintained in the Assessor’s assessment database. Check Civil Clerk land records for legal ownership questions.
Property location Location associated with the assessed parcel. Compare with map and legal description.
Legal description Square, lot and related description used to identify the property. Compare with recorded deed or survey if accuracy matters.
Land assessment Assessed component attributable to land. Review with improvement assessment and exemptions.
Improvement assessment Assessment associated with buildings or taxable improvements. Check building description and physical condition.
Homestead Exemption Assessment reduction associated with a qualifying primary residence. Contact Assessor promptly if you qualify but the amount is missing.
Tax bill number Identifier used by City Treasury for tax-bill research. Copy it before opening Treasury.
Map / sketch Assessment-oriented visual reference. Do not use as a legal survey.
High-priority August 2026 task

How to Review and Appeal the 2027 Orleans Parish Assessment

The active 2027 assessment cycle makes this one of the most important sections on the page. Property owners can inspect the assessment roll and speak with appraisal staff before submitting a Board of Review appeal.

Search your current property record. Confirm the exact property, legal description, assessment and exemption information.
Identify the actual disagreement. Separate a market-value concern from an incorrect property characteristic, missing exemption, incorrect ownership entry or legal-description problem.
Review the 2027 roll before August 17. The current public-inspection period runs through August 17, 2026.
Meet with appraisal staff if useful. Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment through the Assessor, preferably at least 24 hours ahead.
Collect evidence before filing. Use comparable sales, property photographs, appraisals, repair estimates, measurements, construction information and records supporting the specific issue.
File online before 4 p.m. August 20. Use the Assessor E-File system. Online filing allows users to review appeal status and communicate securely with the office.
For a paper filing, use the correct BOR form. Download the relevant form from the Assessor Forms page. Current instructions say four copies of the appeal form and supporting material are needed for hand or mail submission.
Keep your filing proof. Save the online confirmation, submission date, supporting files and correspondence until the appeal is complete.
Comparable Sales
Appraisal
Condition Photos
Repair Estimates
Record Errors
Residential appeal Use the appropriate residential Board of Review form and evidence specific to your assessment.
Apartment / commercial appeal The Assessor publishes separate BOR forms for apartments and commercial or industrial property.
Personal-property appeal The Forms page also provides a separate personal-property Board of Review form.
“I am reviewing the 2027 assessment for property at __________, tax bill number __________. The record shows __________, but my supporting evidence shows __________. I want to confirm the correct appeal form, filing method and evidence needed before the August 20 online deadline.”
Primary residence tax relief

Orleans Parish Homestead Exemption

Orleans Parish homeowners can claim a Homestead Exemption on a qualifying owner-occupied primary residence. The Assessor states that the exemption removes the first $75,000 of market value from taxation, equivalent to $7,500 of taxable assessment under the standard residential assessment relationship.

The exemption is not simply an address-based discount. The owner must establish the qualifying primary residence and provide the Assessor’s required documentation.

Documents to prepare

  • Proof of ownership
  • Valid driver’s license or state ID
  • ID address matching the property
  • Current accepted residential utility bill
  • Matching service and mailing address
  • Signed Homestead Exemption form
  • Electronic copies for online/virtual filing
  • All owners/applicants available when required
Utility-document rule: The Assessor’s current online application instructions accept certain residential utility documentation such as a current Entergy bill, cable bill or AT&T landline bill. Sewerage & Water Board bills are specifically listed as unacceptable for this purpose.
Homestead and SAL Requirements Review qualification rules, supporting documents and appointment routes. Online Homestead Application Prepare electronic copies of the required ID, bill and signed application before starting.
Tax bill check: If you believe you qualify for Homestead but the City tax bill shows no exemption, contact the Assessor promptly and also alert your mortgage company if escrow is involved. An Assessor correction can result in a supplemental tax bill.
Special Assessment Level

Age, Disability and Disabled Veteran Assessment Freezes

Louisiana’s Special Assessment Level programs are separate from the basic Homestead Exemption. Qualifying applicants generally must first have a Homestead Exemption on the property and satisfy the specific age, disability or veteran requirements.

Age Freeze Applicant must generally be at least 65 by December 31 of the applicable year and meet the current household-income requirement.
Disability Freeze Requires qualifying disability verification and the applicable household-income requirement.
100% Disabled Veteran Requires qualifying VA documentation showing the required service-connected disability status.
Current income figure: The Assessor’s current Homestead & SAL page lists an annual household-income limit of $102,700 or less for its Age Freeze and Disability Freeze information. Verify the applicable year before filing because statutory income limits can change.
Program Common documents Continuation rule
Age Freeze Matching ID, signed prior-year 1040 or other accepted income evidence, Social Security or pension documentation where applicable. Assessor FAQ states an obtained Age Freeze is permanent while qualification continues.
Disability Freeze Matching ID, disability award or qualifying VA letter and acceptable household-income evidence. Assessor FAQ states Disability Freeze applications must be submitted yearly.
100% Disabled Veteran Homestead status, matching ID and qualifying VA determination or award documentation. Follow current Assessor instructions for the applicable year.
Freeze timing matters: The Assessor FAQ ties current-year Special Assessment Level filing to the close of the annual assessment rolls. Do not assume an application can be delayed until the tax bill arrives.
Annual reapplication required

2026 Orleans Parish First Responder Property-Tax Exemption

2026 application deadline: August 17. Eligible first responders must reapply annually to continue receiving this additional exemption.
Additional benefit The program provides an additional $25,000 reduction in market value, equivalent to $2,500 of assessed value.
Homestead required The qualifying property must already receive the Orleans Parish Homestead Exemption.
Employment requirement The qualifying first responder’s employer must be located in Orleans Parish under the program requirements.

Positions listed by the Assessor include

  • Peace officers
  • Police officers
  • Sheriff’s deputies
  • Fire protection personnel
  • Certified emergency personnel
  • Emergency response operators
  • Emergency services dispatchers
  • Qualifying public works employees
Combined potential assessment reduction: The Assessor explains that a qualifying first responder receiving both Homestead and the additional program may receive a combined exemption of $10,000 from taxable assessment.
Check First Responder Requirements Prepare matching ID and an employment-verification letter on official letterhead before submitting the application.
City Treasury handles payment

How to Search and Pay New Orleans Property Taxes

Verify the property with the Assessor first. Save the tax bill number or exact assessed address.
Open City Treasury’s property-tax system. Use the City of New Orleans property-tax lookup and payment page.
Select the tax type. Choose Real Estate Tax when researching a normal real-property bill or Business Personal Property Tax for the applicable business account.
Search by tax bill number or property address. A tax bill number is usually the cleanest exact match.
Review the tax detail before paying. Confirm owner, property location, legal description, land assessment, improvement assessment, Homestead amount and tax year.
Choose e-check or card. Treasury currently lists e-check with no fee and credit/debit card payment with a 2.49% fee.
Pay the full online amount. The City states that online property-tax payment is for the total amount due; partial payments are not accepted online.
Save the confirmation. Keep the bill number, payment amount, transaction date and payment confirmation.
Allow time for posting. The City says online payments may take three to five business days to process and update the record.
e-check $0

City Treasury currently lists no fee for e-check payment.

Credit / debit card 2.49%

Current Treasury payment pages list a 2.49% card fee.

Do not pay from the assessment page: A property assessment explains taxable value, but only the City Treasury tax record shows the actual bill, payment history and current tax amount.
Delinquent and tax-sale accounts

How to Read Delinquent New Orleans Property-Tax Records

City Treasury’s live tax pages state that interest accrues at 1% per month on delinquent taxes. A delinquent account can also contain separate City or collection fees, tax-sale costs or tax-sale status information.

Original Tax Base tax billed for the applicable year.
Start with the correct tax year.
Interest Treasury states delinquent taxes accrue 1% interest per month.
Current payoff changes with time.
Other Costs Collection or tax-sale-related charges may appear separately.
Read every line of the bill.
Current Payoff Use the live total rather than an old printed bill.
Save the date of the payoff.
Status Code 3: Tax Sale requires additional attention. City Treasury warns that paying taxes currently shown as due does not necessarily resolve an outstanding tax sale. A tax-sale purchaser may have additional amounts that must be included in a redemption calculation.
Tax-sale redemption Contact City Treasury for a complete redemption calculation rather than relying only on the visible ordinary tax balance.
Escrow or closing issue Compare Treasury status with lender, title-company and closing records before making a second payment.
“I am checking New Orleans tax bill number __________ for property at __________. The account shows __________. Please confirm every tax year, interest, fee, tax-sale or adjudication status and the complete amount required to resolve the account.”
Legal ownership and recorded documents

How to Search Orleans Parish Deeds, Mortgages and Land Records

The Land Records Division of the Orleans Parish Civil Clerk consolidates functions historically associated with the Recorder of Mortgages, Register of Conveyances and Custodian of Notarial Archives. Recorded property documents should be researched there rather than treated as part of the Assessor’s assessment database.

Start with the Civil Clerk Online Records page. Open Orleans Parish Online Records.
Choose the appropriate land-record system. Modern research may involve Land Records, Mortgage or Conveyance indexing depending on the date and document.
Search party names and available identifiers. Use current and prior owner names, company names, instrument numbers or other information available from closing or title documents.
Review the recorded image when available. Compare parties, property description, filing date and instrument information.
Use older indexes when necessary. The Clerk explains that modern unified indexing begins in 2014 while separate Mortgage and Conveyance indexes cover earlier periods.
Request an official certificate or image if needed. Land-record forms include conveyance, mortgage, lien and privilege certificate requests.
Remote access Published subscription cost Use
24 hours $20 Short research session.
30 days $100 Ongoing title or document research.
365 days $700 Regular professional access.
Clerk office research No remote subscription required The Clerk says modern abstract and legal research can also be performed at the office at no charge.
Historical depth: Orleans Parish property and notarial research extends far beyond modern online records. The Clerk’s historical materials include records dating back to the eighteenth century.
Do not treat Assessor data as legal title: If ownership, mortgage priority, succession, encumbrances or title validity matters, review the recorded instruments or obtain professional title/legal assistance.
Free property-monitoring tool

Protect a New Orleans Property With Recording Notifications

The Civil Clerk offers a free Recording Notification Service that can alert a registered user by email when a new document is recorded in Orleans Parish under a registered search term.

Up to ten search terms The service allows multiple names, address variations or parcel-related search terms associated with an email.
Email alert A notification can help the owner spot a suspicious transfer, mortgage or filing faster.
Not retroactive The service applies to documents recorded after registration; it does not replace a historical title search.
Register for Recording Notification Service Add appropriate names, addresses and variations, then monitor future recorded-document alerts.
An alert is not fraud confirmation: A notification tells you that something was recorded under a matching term. Review the actual document and contact the Clerk, title professional or attorney if the filing appears unauthorized.
Researchers and bulk-data users

Orleans Parish Assessment Roll and Public Data Requests

The free property search is sufficient for most homeowners. Researchers needing complete assessment-roll files or bulk data can use the Assessor’s public-data request process.

Data request Published fee Best use
Assessment roll PDF $500 per year Full annual roll reference.
XLSX or CSV $500 programming fee + $0.025 per record Bulk structured assessment data.
Physical document copies $1 per page; first four pages free Specific paper records maintained by the Assessor.
Do not buy bulk data for one house: Start with the free online property search. Bulk files are more useful for research, analytics, mass property review and professional workflows.
Public Data Request Instructions Review current pricing and request options before ordering assessment-roll or bulk data.
Local offices and live appeal locations

Orleans Parish Assessor and New Orleans Tax Office Contacts

Assessor East Bank City Hall, Room 4E01
1300 Perdido Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
504-754-8811
M–F, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Assessor West Bank Algiers Courthouse, Room 104
225 Morgan Street
New Orleans, LA 70114
504-368-7642
M–F, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
City Bureau of Treasury City Hall, Room 1W40
1300 Perdido Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
504-658-1701
M–F, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

2027 open-roll inspection locations

City Hall 1300 Perdido Street
4th Floor
Algiers Courthouse 225 Morgan Street
1st Floor
Lakeview Christian Center 5885 Fleur De Lis Drive
2nd Floor
Appointment priority: During the current open-roll period, the Assessor encourages owners to schedule meetings with appraisal staff. Walk-ins may be seen first come, first served, but scheduled appointments receive priority.

NOLA Assessor Property Search Problems and Fixes

Problem What to do Correct office
Searching “NOLA County” Use Orleans Parish Assessor instead; Louisiana uses parishes. Assessor
Address does not match Remove unit, punctuation and extra street words; search the core address. Assessor
Owner name looks old Check recent conveyance records before requesting an Assessor correction. Civil Clerk + Assessor
Tax bill missing Search City Treasury by bill number or assessed property address. Treasury
Payment not posted Allow the City’s stated processing time, then compare confirmation and bank activity. Treasury
Homestead missing on bill Check Assessor exemption status and contact the Assessor promptly. Assessor
Property value seems high Use the active 2027 review and appeal process before the deadline. Assessor / BOR
Building details are wrong Gather photos, measurements, appraisal or construction records. Assessor
Map boundary looks wrong Compare the map with a recorded plat or professional survey. Civil Clerk / surveyor
Tax Sale status appears Request complete redemption information; paying visible City taxes may not resolve the tax sale. Treasury
Need deed or mortgage Use the Civil Clerk Land Records system rather than the Assessor search. Civil Clerk
Suspicious title filing Review the recorded instrument and contact the appropriate Clerk/title/legal professional immediately. Civil Clerk
“I am researching Orleans Parish property at __________, tax bill number __________. The Assessor, Treasury or land record currently shows __________. My deed, tax receipt, appraisal or other document shows __________. Please tell me which office and process should handle this issue.”
Official live-action routes

New Orleans Property Records Action Center

Use these official pages for the final live search, payment, application, appeal or recorded-document action.

Search Property Assessment records, map, values and property details. Find / Pay Tax Bill City real-estate and business-property tax records. File 2027 Appeal Online assessment appeal before 4 p.m. August 20. Search Land Records Conveyance, mortgage and recorded property documents.
Search-focused answers

NOLA County Property Assessor FAQs

1. Is there a NOLA County Property Assessor?

No. Louisiana uses parishes rather than counties. New Orleans property assessment records are maintained by the Orleans Parish Assessor, so people searching for “NOLA County Property Assessor” should use the official Orleans Parish property-search system.

2. How do I search New Orleans property assessment records?

Open the Orleans Parish Assessor Property Search, read and accept the disclaimer, then search for the property and verify the location, owner information, legal description, assessment values and exemption status before relying on the result.

3. Who is the Orleans Parish Assessor in 2026?

Erroll G. Williams is the Orleans Parish Assessor. The East Bank office is located in New Orleans City Hall at 1300 Perdido Street, Room 4E01, and the main phone number is 504-754-8811.

4. When can I appeal the 2027 Orleans Parish assessment?

The 2027 assessment rolls are open for public inspection through August 17, 2026. The Assessor’s online appeal system remains open until 4:00 p.m. on August 20, 2026. Property owners should prepare evidence and avoid waiting until the final filing day.

5. How much is the Orleans Parish Homestead Exemption?

The Orleans Parish Assessor states that a qualifying Homestead Exemption removes the first $75,000 of the home’s market value from taxation, equivalent to $7,500 of assessed value under the standard residential assessment relationship.

6. What documents do I need for a New Orleans Homestead Exemption?

Prepare proof of ownership, a valid driver’s license or state ID with an address matching the property, an accepted current residential utility bill with matching service and mailing address, and the completed Homestead application. The Assessor’s online instructions specifically say Sewerage & Water Board bills are not accepted for this purpose.

7. Where do I pay New Orleans property taxes?

Use the City of New Orleans Bureau of the Treasury property-tax system. The Orleans Parish Assessor does not send tax bills or collect property taxes. Treasury currently allows lookup by tax bill number or property address and provides online payment options.

8. What are the online New Orleans property-tax payment fees?

City Treasury currently lists e-check payment with no fee and credit or debit card payment with a 2.49% fee. Online payments must be made for the total taxes due, and Treasury says processing can take three to five business days.

9. Where do I search Orleans Parish deeds and mortgages?

Use the Orleans Parish Civil Clerk Land Records system for conveyances, mortgages and other recorded property documents. The Assessor property record is intended for assessment purposes and should not be treated as proof of legal title.

10. What does Status Code 3: Tax Sale mean on a New Orleans tax bill?

It indicates an unresolved tax-sale issue that may require a separate redemption calculation. City Treasury warns that paying ordinary taxes shown as due does not necessarily resolve the tax sale because additional amounts connected to a tax-sale purchaser may also be required.

Official Sources and Editorial Verification

Orleans Parish Assessor Current Assessor, office contacts, 2027 roll information and announcements. Property Search Official assessment records and maps. E-File Current online appeal submission and status system. Homestead and SAL Homestead, freezes, first responder and mailing-address requirements. City Treasury Tax-bill search, payment methods, fees and delinquent-tax information. Civil Clerk Land Records Conveyance, mortgage, land-record and historical indexing information.
Verified for this guide: Assessor identity and office details, current 2027 open-roll dates, August 20 online appeal deadline, appeal submission instructions, Homestead amount and document requirements, current SAL income figure, first-responder deadline and benefit, Treasury payment options and fees, delinquent interest information, Land Records subscription pricing, public-data pricing and Recording Notification Service.

CountyPropertyAppraiser.org is an independent informational website. It is not affiliated with the Orleans Parish Assessor, City of New Orleans, Bureau of the Treasury, Clerk of Civil District Court, Land Records Division, Board of Review or any Louisiana government agency.

Property assessments, tax bills, exemptions, income limits, deadlines, fees, office hours, officials and web portals can change. Verify time-sensitive information through the appropriate official office before paying, filing an appeal, purchasing property, claiming an exemption, redeeming a tax sale or making a legal decision.

Editorial verification date: August 11, 2026.

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